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Dress

Fanchon Larzelere

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate 18th-century-style gown. The illustration features a detailed back view of a dress made from soft pink fabric adorned with intricate floral patterns, ribbons, lace details, and decorative pleats. The central part includes a tight-fitting bodice leading into flowing pleats that cascade down the skirt. Surrounding the main image are sketches of floral motifs, ribbon designs, and a smaller outline of a sleeve or cuff.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3357 × 4492 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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